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Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower'

Family Agavaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture very low to low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower' (adam's needle) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is showy, matte, coarse textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower' (adam's needle) is showy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, foundation, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower' (adam's needle) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets. With its fast growth rate, Yucca filamentosa 'Ivory Tower' (adam's needle) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.